Delegation of the CBBH in an official visit to the Bank of England

During the official visit to London, the delegation of the Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina, led by Governor Jasmina Selimović, Ph.D. was received by Andrew Bailey, Governor of the Bank of England. This is the first official visit at the level of the administrations of the two institutions, which represents a significant step in improving the cooperation of the Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina with one of the most influential central banks in the world.

The meeting between Governor Bailey and the delegation of the Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which included Governor Selimović and Vice Governors Emir Kurtić, Ph.D. and Marko Vidaković M.Sc. confirms the growing importance of international dialogue and cooperation in a time of complex global economic and financial challenges.

During the discussion, current macroeconomic trends, preservation of monetary and financial stability, management of foreign exchange reserves, risk management, development of payment systems, as well as contemporary challenges faced by central banks around the world were discussed. Experiences on the responses of institutions to the changing international environment and challenges arising from global economic trends were also exchanged.

"In a time of pronounced global uncertainties, the cooperation and exchange of experience with leading central banks are of exceptional importance for strengthening institutional capacities and preserving the monetary and financial stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina," said Governor Selimović.

Both sides expressed their willingness to continue dialogue and strengthen professional cooperation, with a common interest in exchanging knowledge and experience in the areas of central banking.

The special significance of this visit is reflected in the fact that it represents the first institutional meeting at this level between the Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Bank of England, opening up space for a more intensive professional exchange of experiences and the development of future cooperation.